Reaching Palden Tashi Chholing Shedra, Phuentsholing, Bhutan

Palden Tashi Chholing Shedra is a significant religious educational institute located in Phuentsholing, which is a border town in southern Bhutan adjacent to the Indian town of Jaigaon. Here is a comprehensive guide to reaching Palden Tashi Chholing Shedra.

Via Flight

Nearest Airport: The nearest airport to Phuentsholing is Bagdogra Airport in India.

• From Bagdogra Airport, you can either hire a private taxi or take a bus to reach Phuentsholing. The journey by road may take approximately 4 to 5 hours depending on traffic.
• Once in Phuentsholing, Palden Tashi Chholing Shedra can be reached by hiring a local taxi within the town. It is relatively close to the town center.

Via Road

• From India: If you are coming from India, you can enter Bhutan through the Jaigaon-Phuentsholing border. Phuentsholing is directly accessible by road from West Bengal and other neighboring Indian states. You will need to present your identification at the border to gain entry.
• Within Bhutan: If you are already in Bhutan, direct buses and shared taxis are available from the capital city, Thimphu, and from other major towns.

Via Train

Nearest Railway Station: The closest railway station to Phuentsholing is Hasimara in West Bengal, India.

• From Hasimara, you can take a short taxi ride to Phuentsholing. The drive usually takes about 30 minutes.
• Another nearby station is New Alipurduar, which is approximately 60 km away from Phuentsholing. From there, taxis and buses are available to Phuentsholing.

Required Travel Documents

Note: International tourists (except Indian, Bangladeshi, and Maldivian nationals) will require a visa to enter Bhutan. A permit is required to visit Phuentsholing for all foreign visitors which can be obtained from the immigration office at the border.